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“The danger with aerosols, such as deodorant cans or air fresheners, generally comes when they are exposed to a heat source and heated up,” said Station Manager Tom Clark, who heads up Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service’s Fire Investigation Team.

“It is for this reason that we advise people keep them away from window sills, where they could potentially be slowly heated by the sun, and of course keep them away from things such as hobs, microwaves or fireplaces.

“Ideally, our advice is to keep them in outhouses, sheds or garages, but if you are going to keep them in the house – make sure they are stored safely in a cool cupboard, or somewhere similar. We also recommend that people take note of the manufacturer’s storage instructions too.”